The Crystal Cave | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Merlin - This character is about six-years-old when the story begins. He is an illusive, inquisitive child, spurned because his mother would not reveal his true father. He starts out hiding in the labyrinth of the palace that belongs to the King. The King is cruel to him because he is a bastard.

Galapas - This character is the person that puts Merlin on his path to power. The simple hermit becomes Merlin's confidant, friend and even father figure. His cave continues to be a home for Merlin throughout his lifetime.

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